Electronics Forum | Mon Apr 26 17:05:36 EDT 2004 | babe
If you have deep pockets and wish to spend alot of money over the next few years, then yes, call Metcal. Whatever solder iron you plan to use, it is my suggestion that you take a look at the board that you are going to solder. How big are the pads? H
Electronics Forum | Tue Apr 27 16:51:46 EDT 2004 | russ
Steve, I didn't say "buy metcal" I said to contact them. I agree they are expensive to operate. But they do have a pretty good website and great knowledge on how to select the right tip. The thread poster appears that he needs to start at the begi
Electronics Forum | Mon Dec 21 05:12:35 EST 2015 | jsolloway
Calling all Metcal users.... I am trying to get an idea of the expected tip life of a given Metcal solder tip and I am met with the generic response of "there are too many parameters" to give such a number, either in average number of solder joints
Electronics Forum | Mon Dec 21 09:58:34 EST 2015 | dyoungquist
We are using Metcal STTC-8xx series tips. One thing that makes a huge difference on tip life is what type of solder you are using. If you are soldering with lead (SnPb) solder the tips will last 3 times longer on average than if you are soldering w
Electronics Forum | Wed Mar 14 09:58:07 EST 2001 | dason_c
I am not sure that how big of your shield, I am using Metcal Soldering System and modify the Metcal Removal Tip to cut into half. I don't want to use hot air and it may damage the component inside.... Rgds. Dason
Electronics Forum | Fri Nov 03 14:02:35 EST 2006 | russ
The temp your iron is set at is somewhat irrelevant, it is the temp at the tip right? We use metcals and have 700 deg tips for leadfree. As you may know Metcal temp is at the tip and not a heating element seperate from the tip like many irons are.
Electronics Forum | Wed Aug 15 13:03:26 EDT 2018 | davef
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Electronics Forum | Fri Mar 30 09:43:08 EDT 2007 | Rob
I'm with you on the Metcals, however, you will need very deep pockets for the tips.
Electronics Forum | Wed Aug 24 16:10:53 EDT 2005 | avalancher
I've used METCAL for years for work such as you have. The base can be a bit expensive, but the number of different tips that they offer (from sold bars, to formed tips for specific component removal, etc..) is fantastic! www.metcal.com
